Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $23.38 an hour ($48,620 a year). About 770 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($58,930). Nebraska ranks 34th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.86 | $37,140 |
| 25% of workers | $21.64 | $45,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.38 | $48,620 |
| 75% of workers | $28.70 | $59,690 |
| 90% of workers | $30.09 | $62,580 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $56,430 | 440 |
| Lincoln | $47,130 | 160 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for drywall and ceiling tile installers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $50,320 |
| Roofers | $46,460 |
| Construction Laborers | $47,260 |
| Electricians | $60,820 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $60,970 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $49,510 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $58,360 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $47,280 |
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